Best Schools in Orange, Virginia
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Orange?
Use this page to compare every school in Orange by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Prospect Heights Middle
Middle · Orange County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Orange County High
High · Orange County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Orange Elementary
Elementary · Orange County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Orange for 2026 are Prospect Heights Middle (6.3/10), Orange County High (6.1/10), and Orange Elementary (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$274,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$274,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Orange
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prospect Heights Middle | 6.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Orange County High | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Orange Elementary | 4.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $79,081
- Median home value
- $274,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Orange compares
Virginia rank
#126 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$79k
90% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Orange, Virginia
Orange, Virginia is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Orange show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Orange is Prospect Heights Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Orange is served by 1 school district: Orange County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 5,076 students.
Orange's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $79,081. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 644 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 447 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,460 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Orange
Orange, Virginia · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$79,081
Median Home Value
$274,700
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
10,877
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Orange has a median household income of $79,081. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $274,700, with a median rent of $1,085/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Orange, Virginia
How many schools are in Orange, Virginia?
Orange has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Orange, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orange is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Orange, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Orange on MySchoolScout is Prospect Heights Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Orange, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Orange on MySchoolScout is Orange Elementary with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Orange, Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Orange on MySchoolScout is Prospect Heights Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Orange, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Orange on MySchoolScout is Orange County High with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Orange, Virginia?
Orange is served by 1 school district: Orange County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Orange, Virginia?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Orange have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Orange, Virginia?
The median household income in Orange is approximately $79,081 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Orange, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orange is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Orange, Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.